2019 Volkswagen Atlas
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Volkswagen Atlas is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 24 on record.
2019 Volkswagen Atlas at a glance
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2019 Volkswagen Atlas recalls 11
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas vehicles. The suction jet in the fuel tank may have been welded in the incorrect position allowing fuel to leak. Additionally, the vehicle may stall due to uneven fuel distribution.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BU.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Fix: Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J2/42J3.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Volkswagen Passat and 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles. The blocking cap disabling the adjustment of the headlight's horizontal aim may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, block the headlight horizontal adjustment, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94L9.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles that do not have keyless entry. The instrument cluster may not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the door is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard …
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 90L3 and 90L4.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas and 2020 Passat vehicles. An incorrect driver and/or front passenger side impact air bag may have been installed.
Fix: Volkswagen has inspected and replaced the side air bags, free of charge. The recall was completed in April 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y8.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44R1.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles equipped with accessory side steps. The reduced Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) label, reflecting the additional weight of the side steps, was not installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection a…
Fix: Dealers will install the reduced GVWR label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 09D9.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Atlas, 2020-2023 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021-2023 Atlas FL vehicles. The door wiring harness electrical contacts may corrode, disrupting the electrical connection and delaying the deployment of the driver or passenger front side air bag during a side impact crash.
Fix: Dealers will secure and, as necessary, replace any the front door wiring harnesses showing a fault code, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97GF.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB, Golf Sportswagen A7, Golf Alltrack, Golf R GP, Audi Q3, Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas, Golf A7, Audi A3, 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021 Atlas FL vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all fou…
Fix: Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audis customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Audi) 45J7, and (VW) 45J6 an…
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Atlas and 2020 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.
Fix: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 22, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69FB.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas vehicles. The driver's side impact air bag may be missing a weld at the side air bag housing.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's side impact air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69FK.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2019 Volkswagen Atlas common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 459 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2019 Volkswagen Atlas MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2019 Volkswagen Atlas worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2019 Volkswagen Atlas costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2019 Volkswagen Atlas trims & engines on record
2019 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles on record
2019 Volkswagen Atlas SE1V2WR2CA1KC523396
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SE1V2LR2CAXKC583311
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SEL1V2MR2CA5KC568302
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion S1V2GR2CA9KC560006
2019 Volkswagen Atlas SE1V2DR2CA5KC549135
2019 Volkswagen Atlas SE1V2WR2CAXKC503194
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SE1V2UR2CA8KC567838
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SE1V2UR2CAXKC536400
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SEL Premium1V2NR2CA1KC545006
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SE1V2UR2CA1KC512292
2019 Volkswagen Atlas SE1V2DR2CA5KC525188
2019 Volkswagen Atlas SE1V2WR2CA4KC562743
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SE1V2XR2CAXKC510974
2019 Volkswagen Atlas SE1V2WR2CA3KC533363
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SE1V2UR2CA5KC546252
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SEL Premium1V2NR2CA1KC544616
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SE1V2XR2CA0KC510448
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SEL Premium1V2NR2CA9KC505529
2019 Volkswagen Atlas SE1V2WR2CA0KC593455
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SEL1V2MR2CA3KC550705
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SE1V2LR2CA5KC561569
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SE1V2XR2CA7KC614659
2019 Volkswagen Atlas SE1V2YR2CA9KC503003
2019 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion SE1V2UR2CA4KC617134
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2019 Volkswagen Atlas — frequently asked questions
Does the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas?
Based on 459 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, engine, steering.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas at about 21 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway).
How much is a 2019 Volkswagen Atlas worth?
Comparable 2019 Volkswagen Atlas listings run roughly $27,995–$38,995, typically around $31,514 (from 23 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.